Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus (12 to 14 medium), trimmed and peeled

1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Preheat oven to 500°F.

In a large shallow baking pan toss asparagus with oil and salt and pepper to taste until coated well. Roast asparagus, shaking pan every 2 minutes, until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and drizzle vinegar over asparagus, shaking pan to combine well.